Universal utility holster

ABSTRACT

A universal carrier for the transportation of small devices. It consists of thermoformed thermoplastic sheets (FIG.  1 - 2,3,5 ) separated by flexible spacers (FIG.  1 - 4 ) which are held in place by barrel posts (FIG.  2 - 6 ) and screws (FIG.  2 - 1 ) attached by a clip (FIG.  2 - 7 ) to a belt, waistband, or strap. The embodiments of the Universal Utility Carrier listed will save people time and money in not having to buy a separate carrier for every device that they own.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

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FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH

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BACKGROUND

1. Field

This application relates to belt worn device holders

2. Prior Art

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ADVANTAGES

Frees people from having to purchase model specific carriers and allowsthem to adjust to different models/brands that exist or will arise inthe future.

SUMMARY

The Universal Utility Carrier is manufactured using thermoplastic sheetsand making thermoforming molds to make the front plate (2), the “U”shaped center plate (3), and the rear plate (5). Flexible rubber hose,flexible plastic tube, or metal springs are used for the hollowspacers(4).

These materials already exist in the market place. These spacers (4) goover the barrel posts (6) which also already exist in the market place,pass through holes in the center plate (3) and are secured by the screws(1) used for retention pressure adjustments. The belt/strap clip (7)also already exist in the market place.

DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective front angel view of the first embodiment. of theUniversal Utility Carrier

FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the first embodiment of the UniversalUtility Carrier.

FIG. 3. Is a perspective bottom end view of the first embodiment of theUniversal Utility Carrier.

REFERENCE NUMERALS IN DRAWINGS

1. Screw

2. Front Plate

3. Center Plate

4. Spacer

5. Back Plate

6. Barrel Posts

7. Belt/Strap Clip

8. Belt/Strap Clip Screws

9. Barrel Posts For Belt/Strap Clip

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

FIG. 1 shows a perspective front angled view of the first embodiment ofthe Universal Utility Carrier. The carrier consists of a front plate(2), a center plate (3), and a back plate (5) which are connected byscrews (1) that connect to barrel posts (6). The center “U” shaped plate(3) is kept centered between the front plate (2) and the back plate (5)via the use of spacers (4).

FIG. 2 shows the exploded view of the first embodiment of the UniversalUtility Carrier. The carrier consists of a front plate (2), a “U” shapedcenter plate (3), and a back plate (5) which are connected by screws (1)that connect to barrel posts (6). The center plate (3) is kept centeredbetween the front plate (2) and the back plate (5) via the use ofspacers (4). The belt/strap clip (7) is secured to the back plate (5)via the use of screws (8) and barrel posts (9).

FIG. 3 shows the perspective bottom end view of the first embodiment ofthe Universal Utility Carrier. The carrier consists of a front plate(2), a “U” shaped center plate (3), and a back plate (5) which areconnected by screws (1) that connect to barrel posts (6). The centerplate (3) is kept centered between the front plate (2) and the backplate (5) via the use of spacers (4).

Operation

The first embodiment of the Universal Utility Carrier will allow theinsertion of any pistol magazine. The “U” shaped center plate (3) actsas a guide for the magazine and keep it from getting jammed from hittingthe spacers (4). Once inserted between the front plate (2) and backplate (5), if the retention pressure is too loose, the user adjusts thescrews (1) that connect the barrel posts (6) until the ideal pressure isachieved. Then they attach it to their preferred carrying strap or beltwith the use of the belt/strap clip (7). If, at a later point in time,the user switches calibers and wants to carry a different magazine, theyinsert it once again and readjust the screws (1) for their desiredretention pressure, thus saving them from having to buy a whole new anddifferent magazine carrier.

The second embodiment of the Universal Utility Carrier will allow forthe transportation of mobile phones and would see the interior sides ofthe front plate (2) and the back plate (5) lined with individualizedchoices of fabrics, leathers, or furs. The options are limitless. Andwhen a user changes mobile phones, they simply recalibrate the retentionpressure with the screws (1).

A third embodiment of the Universal Utility Carrier would see theomission of the center plate (3) for those small devices just needing tobe securely held with no need of exact orientation.

Conclusion, Ramifications, and Scope

The reader will see the true usefulness of having one carrier that willsave them from having to purchase separate carriers for each device thatthey own. Though various iterations of thermoforming carriers existtoday, none use a universal approach and are contingent on make andmodel.

Different colors and designs on the front plate are envisioned, as wellas connecting the front and back plates at the bottom to give a morefinished appearance is as well. Additional accessories such as badgeholders, pen holders, etc., are also envisioned for the front plate tomake it even more utilitarian. Even the manufacturing to enable twodevices to be carried on the same carrier is envisioned.

I Claim:
 1. A transportable item carrier consisting of a compressiblefront and back plate with a “U” shaped center plate, aligned by the useof spacers that are secured with screws and barrel posts, open at oneend, sandwiched in between the front and back plates, that serves as aguide for various items to be inserted and to limit their depth ofinsertion which is fastened to a belt, waistband, or strap with a clip.